Tuesday’s UK headlines are dominated by international stories with a sprinkling of domestic politics and royal stories.
France’s far-right leader Marine Le Pen has expressed her outrage at being banned from running for public office for five years after being found guilty by a French court of embezzling EU funds. The UK media are assessing what this means for France’s far-right, noting that it’s unlikely to stop the rise, and questions linger from the public figures, including Elon Musk, over how much the outcome was politically motivated.
Tariffs dominate much of the global news today, ahead of Wednesday’s ‘liberation day’ (according to Donald Trump). US tariffs are set to hit every nation tomorrow; the stock markets are in panic, and Britain failed to secure a trade deal before the tariffs.
Prince Harry and Prince Andrew are in the news as Harry’s charity row rumbles on and Andrew’s accuser has been involved in a serious car accident and says she has four days to live.
As of today, various household bills, including energy, broadband, council tax, and water, are experiencing significant increases, prompting concerns for many consumers.
Global stock markets, including the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, experienced declines as investors await imminent tariff announcements from President Trump, reflecting broader economic uncertainties.
Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Rally party, was recently convicted by a French court of embezzling European Union funds, resulting in a five-year ban from holding public office. This ruling marks a significant setback for her political career and her ambitions for the presidency.
Marine Le Pen has received an immediate five-year ban from public office after being found guilty of misappropriating €3 million in EU funds by a French court.
Marine Le Pen faces a five-year ban from public office following her conviction for embezzlement, alongside other members of her National Rally party.
The UK government had been holding out hope for a “UK-US economic prosperity deal” that would protect British exports from the tariffs
Cliff Notes Finnish President Alexander Stubb advocates for a complete ceasefire in Ukraine on 20 April, marking a deadline linked to Easter and Donald Trump’s…
France’s Marine Le Pen found guilty of misappropriating European funds to finance her far-right party.
Much of Monday’s headlines – in print and online – is dominated by the latest happenings in the Trump administration. As it has been since he took office, there are multiple stories about the US president, his team and what they are doing every day.
One of the Trump-focused stories today looks at the president issuing a threat of more tariffs if Moscow does not agree to a peace deal in a month.
Marine Le Pen faces a ruling on alleged misuse of €3 million in EU funds, with prosecutors seeking a five-year ban from public office if convicted.
Syria’s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa has established a new transitional Cabinet, marking a significant milestone in rebuilding the country after the civil war and the removal of Bashar Assad in December 2024.
France’s Ministry of Foreign Trade has condemned US interference in its firms’ diversity policies as “unacceptable,” following a letter from the US embassy warning against diversity programs.
Cliff Notes Sir Keir Starmer will address a summit in London focused on illegal migration, urging nations to collaborate against people-smuggling networks akin to international…
President Trump threatened potential secondary tariffs of 25% on Russian oil if a deal to halt the Ukraine conflict is not reached.
JD Vance’s appointment as finance chair of the Republican National Committee positions him as a strong contender for the 2028 presidential nomination, according to former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel.
Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump held discussions about ongoing negotiations for a UK-US economic prosperity deal, with plans to expedite talks this week.
Cliff Notes – Two-tier justice The UK government intends to amend laws enabling it to override Sentencing Council guidelines amid accusations of “two-tier justice” related…
Cliff Notes The UK government is exploring partnerships with other countries, including Italy, to establish arrangements similar to Italy’s deal with Albania for processing asylum…
The Sentencing Council has maintained its guidance stating that pre-sentence reports should “normally be considered necessary” for offenders from ethnic, cultural, or faith minorities, despite calls for change from Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood.
Chancellor rejects poverty fears – Chancellor Rachel Reeves has rejected claims that her welfare strategy will push children and families into poverty. It comes after analysis has started on her Spring Statement – and what it means for both the poorest and wealthiest in Britain.
Dame Harriet Harman suggests that government whips may be overestimating the number of Labour MPs rebelling against welfare cuts as a tactic for “expectation management”.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump’s ban on transgender military personnel, citing potential “irreparable harm” to service members.
Cliff Notes – US revoked around 300 visas in crackdown on students — Rubio US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the Trump administration…
Pat McFadden, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, acknowledges Donald Trump’s significant role in altering the global security landscape, particularly since the war in Ukraine began.